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CALIFORNIA
                        July 12 – August 2 or 6, 2019

            A premier English development, cultural acclimation, and
                  travel experience for international students

Fall 2018
CALIFORNIA July 12 - August 2 or 6, 2019 - A premier English development, cultural acclimation, and - WA Global Network
Summer English Institute (SEI)
The best preparation for studying in America!

What is SEI?
SEI is a unique experience that allows international students to improve their
English, build their confidence, get acclimated to American education and
culture, learn important life skills, visit prestigious American universities, and
explore America! SEI is run by WA Global Network, the office of international
programs for Wheaton Academy, one of the oldest and most respected
private high schools in America.

Who Attends?
Any student ages 11-18 who meets the admissions criteria may attend SEI.
Additionally, all students entering a WA Global Network school are required to
attend and receives specialized preparation for their school.

Where is SEI?
Students will fly into Los Angeles and will be greeted by SEI staff members at
the airport. Students will then ride to California Baptist University located in
Riverside, California near Los Angeles. All classes and activities will take place
on CBU’s beautiful 160-acre campus. California Baptist University is one of the      Goals of SEI
top private universities in Southern California with over 10,000 students and
hundreds of majors, minors, and programs. Students will enjoy CBU’s beautiful
campus, pleasant California weather, and state-of-the-art facilities.
                                                                                      1 English Language Improvement

When is SEI?                                                                          2 Preparation for American Education
July 12 – August 2 or 6, 2019
Students must arrive in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) between 6:00          3 Building Character & Confidence
AM and 8:00 PM on Friday, July 12. The student’s family is responsible for all
international flights.
                                                                                      4 Leadership & Life Skills Development
Students returning to their home country after the West Coast Active Learning
Week must schedule flights to depart from San Francisco on August 2 between
6:00 AM and 7:00 PM.                                                                  5 Cultural Acclimation
For students going on the East Coast Active Learning Week, they will depart
from New York-JFK Airport on August 6 between 6:00 AM and 7:00 PM.                    6 Highly Ranked University Visits

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A Strong History
Over the past 8 years, over 1,000 students from over
                                                                                                             “SEI was the beginning of my journey in
15 countries have been a part of the life-transforming,                                                      the United States. It helped me make the final
unforgettable SEI experience!                                                                                decision to say goodbye to my hometown, get on
                                                                                                             a 13-hour flight, and enter a culture so different
WA Global Network staff have been privileged to work with hundreds of                                        from my own. I was amazed by the classes at
international students who have graduated from the Summer English Institute.                                 SEI: the way teachers interacted with students
Many SEI graduates have gone on to return to their home country with                                         was something I had never experienced before.
improved English skills and a new sense of confidence. Other graduates have           The relationship between teachers and students surpassed the basic
gone on to excel in their American high schools and universities.                     rules and orders. It was built on mutual respect. As a result, I became a
Students who attend SEI leave with fond memories of being challenged to               more independent thinker and learner, which means I could study on
improve their English and critical thinking skills by their teachers. They leave      my own without the need of receiving orders from my teachers. More
with a better understanding of western culture. They leave with many important        importantly, SEI gave me the ability to explore my strong suits and the
life skills learned and life-long relationships made.                                 courage to pursue my interests, both of which are crucial life skills to
Flying to America for one month can be an exciting opportunity for a                  have for my future. SEI granted me a great head start for American high
student and their parents. WA Global Network is a trustworthy partner for the         school and college education.”
development of students from around the world. We count it both a privilege                                                                        Peter Wang
and important responsibility to treat students with the utmost care and                                            SEI Graduate now studying at UC-Berkeley
respect while providing a top quality safe and nurturing environment.

SEI Staff
Each year, a team of over 45 teachers and staff are recruited from around the United States from top private
high schools and universities to educate students at SEI
                                                                                   The teachers and staff at the Summer English Insitute are recruited from
                                                                                   throughout the United States. They include university students, certified and
                                                                                   experienced high school teachers at some of the top private high schools
                                                                                   in the country, businessmen, businesswomen, and university professors. All
                                                                                   employees are carefully screened and interviewed by WA Global Network to
                                                                                   ensure only the most qualified and trustworthy people are working with SEI
                                                                                   students.
                                                                                   SEI is proud to have many returning employees each year, providing incredibly
                                                                                   valuable continuity from year to year. Our staff truly cares about each and
                                                                                   every student and loves getting to know students and challenging them
                                                                                   to improve. Every employee is not only equipped with the experience and
                                                                                   training for their role, but are also a role model for students to immitate.
                                                                                   The SEI leadership and staff is committed to making SEI one of the most
                                                                                   memorable and valuable months of our students’ lives each summer.

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Life at SEI
Level Placement & Testing                                                           Food
Students are placed in the appropriate SEI English level based on the               The food at CBU is currently ranked as the #2 best college food in the
following available components: WA Global Network’s assessment conducted            state of California, next to UCLA and UC-San Diego, and #7 best food of
during a Skype or WeChat interview, an English test like TOEFL or iTEP SLATE,       all colleges in the United States. Students typically eat 3 meals a day in the
a group interview assessment at an SEI meeting in a student’s home city, and        college cafeteria. The California Baptist University cafeteria offers a spacious
years of English study.                                                             dining area with fresh vegetables and fruit, traditional American food, and
                                                                                    Asian-themed dishes. Asian noodles and other snacks will be available in the
Supervision                                                                         dorm for purchase.
               We have over 45 well trained, carefully selected staff, and
               our staff-to-student ratio is 1 to 3.This allows extensive
               personal attention from native English speakers. Each is a
               responsible supervisor and great role model who will model
               positive life patterns for each student to emulate. Additionally,
               there are chaperones available to ensure safe travel to America
               and back to the student’s home country for select cities.

                                                                                    Health & Safety
                                                                                    Student safety at SEI is our #1 priority. California Baptist University is located
                                                                                    in a safe gated community. Campus security monitors the campus 24 hours
                                                                                    a day. SEI has a full-time nurse on site at all times and additional medical
                                                                                    resources are within five minutes of campus. Adult supervisors live in the
                                                                                    dorm and are present on each hall at all times students are present. Students
                                                                                    have easy and close access to adults for any need 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
                                                                                    Insurance Coverage
                                                                                    Comprehensive medical and travel insurance is included in the price of
                                                                                    attending SEI. Each student who attends SEI is covered by an insurance policy from
                                                                                    the moment they begin flying to America. In the unlikely event a student becomes
                                                                                    ill or is injured, the insurance policy covers medical for illnesses or injuries which
                                                                                    occur while the student is at SEI. The insurance policy does not cover pre-existing
                                                                                    conditions, dental care, or psychological care. SEI staff members will personally
                                                                                    care for any student who becomes ill or is injured. Complete policy coverage
Housing                                                                             details are available at waglobalnetwork.org/sei/insurance.
All students stay in modern air-conditioned dormitories on the university
campus, ranked #3 in best college dorms in all of California. Each student
will have one roommate. Dorms are equipped with shared bathrooms. Boys
and girls will live in separate halls and be divided by age groups. No student is
allowed in the opposite gender’s building, hallway, or rooms at any time and
students are always closely supervised, with their counselor just a few doors
away.

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Family Color
In addition to the supervision by SEI teachers and staff, each student is
part of an SEI Family color group. Each family is known by its family color
which leads to family identity and pride. Families have friendly but intense
competitions all throughout SEI. Students may choose their Family identify
preference in April.
Awards
SEI presents weekly awards to students for their outstanding performance
and character, including: Shakespeare Writing Award, Churchill Leadership
Award, Aristotle Thinking Award, Carnegie Improvement Award, Jeremy Lin
Activity Award, Amelia Earhart Risk Award, Student of the Week, and more.
Students are rewarded for strong efforts and achievements.
Community Time
Each day all SEI students and staff meet together which gives students
important opportunities to listen and understand large group announcements,
participate in group activities and to develop the confidence to present in
front of a group. Students are given weekly awards to recognize outstanding
achievement and effort during Community Time.

                                                                               “SEI allowed me to improve my English,
                                                                               make friends, and gave me confidence
                                                                               to enter my new school.”
                                                                                                              —Jane Le, Vietnam

                                                                                                NICHE 2019 RANKINGS
                                                                                                #2 Best College Campus

                                                                                                #2 Best College Food

                                                                                                #3 Best College Dorms
                                                                                                      in the state of California

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SEI Curriculum
Specialization by Age and English Level                                                  Two very important English Elective classes are:
All SEI students are separated into middle school and high school groups, and            Life Skills Class: Teaches and practices communication skills, critical thinking,
further separated by English level ability (beginner, intermediate, advanced).           collaboration, creativity, cultural awareness, proper use of technology, and
This allows each student to be challenged to learn and practice English at the           leadership as well as an introduction to Western culture, American classroom
appropriate speed with the appropriate content.                                          practices, American family understanding, college preparation and worldviews.
                                                                                         Students will also be taught basic Western etiquette, good financial stewardship
Interest-Based Learning                                                                  principles, time management, and study skills.
Because all students learn better when studying something they are interested in,
many of our SEI classes and experiences give choices to students. Students in an         ACT/SAT/TOEFL Prep Classes: Students are given the opportunity to focus
interest-based learning environment are extremely motivated and learn at very            on preparing for important American college entrance examinations taught by
                                                                                         experienced, professionally trained American teachers.
high levels.

Types of Classes                                                                         American School Preparation Track
                                                                                         Students who are attending SEI specifically as preparation and orientation for their
SEI includes both English Core and English Elective classes. Core English classes
                                                                                         American high school participate in the special School Preparation Track. The
include focus on reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Elective English classes
                                                                                         specialized classes will be a more advanced level than normal Core English classes
continue to work on improving students’ English ability while focusing on a wide
                                                                                         and be focused specifically on issues students will face in their new schools,
range of interesting topics.
                                                                                         American culture, and host families.

Build Your Own Schedule!
English Level Placement and Class Selection: Each student is placed in one of four levels (Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, School Preparation Track) within their age
category (Middle School or High School). Students will be able to choose their classes and club preferences.

       Period 1                 Period 2                Period 3                Period 4                   Period 5                 Period 6            Club Activity
                                                    English Elective         English Elective           English Elective         English Elective       You Choose!
              Core English Class                     You Choose!              You Choose!                     OR                       OR
                      Basic                                                                                    Specialized Track
                  Intermediate
                    Advanced
             School Preparation Track

                                                                               Sample English Electives                                              Sample Clubs
                                                            Life Skills                    ACT/SAT Prep                        TOEFL Prep                  Robotics
                                                            Robotics                            Dance                       Speech & Debate              Newspaper
                                                        American Sports                   Creative Writing                  Health & Nutrition              Music
                                                            Business                   Environmental Science               SPECIALIZED TRACKS           Photography
                                                        American History                  Current Events                      Leadership             Outdoor Grilling
                                                         World Cultures                 Science Experiments             Engineering / STEM              Arts & Crafts
                                                     Photography & Design                  Film Analysis              Graphic Design & Animation          Cooking
                                                                                                                                                        Board Games
                                                                                                                                                         Calligraphy
                                                                                                                                                            Sports
                                                                                                                                                          Swimming
                                                                                                                                                           Debate
                                                                                                                                                        Movie Trailers
                                                                                                                                                            Poetry
                                                                                                                                                           Frisbee
                                                                                                                                                         Leadership
                                                                                                                                                            Tennis
                                                                                                                                                       Outdoor Games
                                                                                                                                                         AND MORE!

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Specialized Tracks
                       WA Global Network partners with California Baptist University to offer 3 optional specialized tracks led by highly qualified, renown
                       university professors. Students may choose one specialized track.
                       Cost: $800 USD [Limited Spots Available]

                                                         Engineering / STEM
                                                    SEI students interested in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) will
                                                    utilize CBU’s recently completed $80-million dollar, 100,000-square-foot state-of-the-art Engineering
                                                    Building. Students will take part in engaging hands-on projects while learning and applying important
                                                    physics and engineering principles under the direction of highly accomplished professors at CBU. With
                                                    careers in STEM-related fields growing in demand each year, the Engineering Track is a great way to grow
                                                    and develop the STEM interests of students in their formative teenage years.

                                                Graphic Design & Animation
With the integral use of smart phones and devices into the everyday lives of almost every person in
the world today, digital visual design is more relevant and important than ever before! SEI students with
interests in photography, graphic design, and animation will have the opportunity to learn under highly
accomplished professionals and university professors at CBU’s School of Architecture, Visual Arts, and
Design (CAVAD). Students will use state-of-the-art technology on the CBU campus to work on graphic
design and animation design. Student will learn both the principles and specific skills behind capturing
and editing great pictures, designing visually engaging artwork, and creating and programming engaging
video games.

                                                                  Leadership
                                                   SEI students in the Leadership Track will learn from leadership experts from California Baptist University on
                                                   what effective leadership looks like and how to develop the traits of a good leader in their own lives. While
                                                   SEI teaches important life skills such as communication, collaboration, and creativity, those skills can only
                                                   be effectively harnessed if a person is also knows how to lead themselves and others. Leadership is a skill
                                                   that translates into every area of life, including school, teams, family, and careers.

                                                                                          All specialized tracks are subject to change based on interest level from students.

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Active Learning Travel
One of the best ways to learn and become a more well-rounded individual is to travel to new places. In addition to innovative and engaging classroom
learning at SEI, students continue their learning, cultural acclimation, and English practice by traveling to some of the most famous American cities,
universities, and attractions. With each day of Active Learning Travel at SEI students receive information on what students will explore today in the
morning, then head out to learn and explore under the guidance of the American staff. Students complete their SEI Active Learning Travel Guide
throughout the trip!

     WEST COASTJuly 28-August 2
                                                                                           EAST COAST    August 2-6
        Experience the best of California!                                               Visit the historic, prestigious Northeast!
                           CITIES                                                                                CITIES
        San Diego  Los Angeles  San Francisco                                                          Boston  New York

                      UNIVERSITIES                                                                         UNIVERSITIES
                    UC-San Diego  UCLA                                                      Harvard  MIT  Columbia University

                      ATTRACTIONS                                                                          ATTRACTIONS
   Universal Studios  Disneyland  San Diego Zoo                                      Statue of Liberty  Observatory  Central Park

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Schedule
SEI Daily Schedule                                                                Off-Campus Outings & Field Learning
                                                                                  SEI provides exciting group outings for students to pick from including
6:30-7:15               Wake Up & Prep Time                                       museums, shopping trips, hiking, star gazing, trips to the beach, and
                                                                                  more. Students are given opportunities to practice their planning and time
7:00-8:00               Breakfast                                                 management skills by understanding their options and planning ahead.
8:00-11:00              Periods 1-3                                               Evenings
11:00-12:00             Lunch                                                     Students may use their evening activity time to participate in special
                                                                                  evening activities led by counselors, be involved in the Mentor Program,
12:00-15:30             Periods 4-6                                               exercise or play games with others, contact their parents, get extra rest, or
                                                                                  spend time at the snack and gift shop socializing with their friends.
15:30-16:45             Clubs
                                                                                  Phone & Technology Use
17:00-18:00             Dinner
                                                                                  With the growing addiction to cell phone use in society,
18:00-18:45             Community Time                                            SEI helps students learn and practice wise habits in their
                                                                                  use of technology. In order to focus on learning, students
18:45-21:50             Evening Activity Options                                  leave their cell phones, tablet, and computers in the dorm
                                                                                  during the day. Students are given specific time in the
22:00                   In Rooms / Dorm Hall                                      evening to contact their parents, then turn in their phones
22:30                   Lights Out / Technology Off & Away                        and all technology to their counselor for safe keeping
                                                                                  overnight. At SEI, we teach and encourage students to use
                                                                                  cell phones as tools for communicating with parents and capturing memories

Calendar
                                                                                  (pictures), not for gaming or non-educational social media use.

        Sunday                 Monday                 Tuesday             Wednesday             Thursday                 Friday                  Saturday
                                                                                                                  July 12                 13
                                                                                                                   Fly to Los Angeles
                                                                                                                                                Recovery &
                                                                                                                  Be picked up by SEI         Orientation Day
                                                                                                                   staff at the airport

14                      15                      16                   17                    18                     19                      20
     Cultural
                        Classes and Clubs
 Acclimation and                                Classes and Clubs    Classes and Clubs       Classes and Clubs     Classes and Clubs      Field Learning Day
                             Begin!
 Class Kickoff Day

21                      22                      23                   24                    25                     26                      27
                                                                                                                                          Classes and Clubs
                                                                                                                                                 End
 Rest and Recover       Classes and Clubs       Classes and Clubs    Classes and Clubs       Classes and Clubs     Classes and Clubs
                                                                                                                                                Graduation
                                                                                                                                                Ceremony
28                      29                      30                   31                    August 1               2                       3
 Begin West Coast                                                                                                     Fly Home, or
  Active Learning         Disneyland                UC-San Diego                            Stanford University                                 MIT
                                                                          Travel to San                             East Coast Active
       Travel                  or                                                           Golden Gate Bridge                                Harvard
                                                    San Diego Zoo           Francisco                                Travel Learning
                        Universal Studios                                                   Fisherman’s Wharf                             Downtown Boston
 UCLA & Santa Monica                                                                                                     Begins

4                       5                       6
 Drive to New York
    9/11 Memorial
                             New York City          Fly Home or to
One World Observatory       “You Choose” Day!           School
    Times Square

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Additional Services
Mentoring Program
If your student could benefit from additional personal instruction in a key area,    ŠŠ What am I good at: teaches the student who is searching for what they
consider the SEI 1-to-1 Mentor Program. Students are provided individual                are good at to identify internal tendencies and innate strengths that will
mentoring throughout SEI by our outstanding staff that can be life changing.            logically translate to career paths.
Sample 1-to-1 Mentor Programs                                                        ŠŠ You name it: if you have a specific concern about your student or identify
                                                                                        a weakness, let us help. We can craft an individual mentoring program to
 ŠŠ College Guidance: teaches the students how to develop a personal                    address any area that might be holding your student back.
    “marketing plan” to give them a great opportunity at outstanding
    American universities.                                                          Registration: When completing your SEI application, select the 1-to-1 Mentor
 ŠŠ Health, Nutrition & Fitness: teaches the student the life time habits of a      Program and specify your area of interest.
    physically fit and healthy person.                                              Cost: $800 USD [Limited Spots Available]
 ŠŠ Confidence and Communication: teaches the shy and timid student
    how to grow their confidence, become a self-advocate and effectively
    communicate in all situations.
 ŠŠ Leadership: teaches the student with leadership inclinations to convert
    their potential into reality even as a teenager.
 ŠŠ Social Skills: teaches the student who might find it difficult to make or
    keep friends how to establish and maintain meaningful friendships.
 ŠŠ Technology Use: teaches the student who might have challenges to
    make good time and content decisions with the use of technology how to
    get this potentially addictive area of their life under control.

VIP Photo-a-Day Service
Receive a personalized, professional picture of your student each day
by WeChat and email. While all parents receive daily updates with 20-30
pictures per day, the VIP Photo-a-Day service guarantees you’ll receive a
picture of your son or daughter. Experience SEI along with your student with
a personalized message to you each day with a new picture of your child!

Cost: $500 USD [Limited Spots Available]

Travel to America with an Adult Chaperone
Students may fly with an adult chaperone and a group of other students from select cities in China. Specific
cities and flight information is available upon request from WA Global Network. Get connected to a trusted adult
and other students to make sure the trip from China to America is stress-free. Families are still responsible for
purchasing their flights individually.
Cost: FREE [from select cities]

Online Tutoring
Improve your English by being tutored online by an SEI staff member. Online tutoring begins February 1. Contact us for more information.

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Build Your SEI Experience!
1 Choose your Program Length
      SEI Classes + West Coast Active Learning Travel (July 12-August 2  22 days)
      SEI Classes Only + West and East Coast Active Learning Travel (July 12-August 6  26 days)

2 Choose your Specialized Track (optional)
      Engineering / STEM ($800 USD)
      Graphic Design and Animation ($800 USD)
      Leadership ($800 USD)

3 Choose your Additional Services (optional)
      Mentoring Program ($800 USD) Limited spots available
      VIP Photo-a-Day Service ($500 USD) Limited spots available

4 Choose your Family Color (April 30)
           RED                       GREEN                        BLUE                     YELLOW

                                                                                            

5 Choose your Classes and Clubs (April 30)
     All available English Elective classes and clubs will be listed at waglobalnetwork.org on April 30. Here are samples (2019 offerings may vary):

     Life Skills                American History                 Speech & Debate                      Science                       Math Matters
       Robotics                   ACT/SAT Prep                    Health & Nutrition                 Photography                    Fashion Design
     American Sports                  Leadership                        Pop Music                           Film                        Worldviews
            Business                 Creative Writing                      Drama                          Storytelling                   Engineering

                   We invite YOU to join the SEI family in 2019!

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    Pricing & Dates                                                                                                                      GET CONNECTED
                        SEI Classes +                                                         SEI Classes +
                  West Coast Active Learning                                        West + East Coast Active Learning
                         July 12 - August 2, 2019                                            July 12 - August 6, 2019
                            Payment must be received within these times frames to receive the following prices:

     10/1-11/30: $6,100          [super early price]                           10/1-11/30: $7,100   [super early price]
     12/1-1/31: $6,400          [early price]                                  12/1-1/31: $7,400    [early price]
     2/1-4/30: $6,900            [full price]                                  2/1-4/30: $7,900     [full price]
     5/1-5/31: $7,200           [late price]                                   5/1-5/31: $8,200     [late price]

                                                                                                                                          WeChat Subscription Account

    Application Process for SEI
    Register for SEI 2019 by following these simple steps!

    1 Submit    an Application
      Online at waglobalnetwork.org
        A hard copy of the application is available upon request

    2 Submit Supporting Documents
        Passport copy & current picture of student

    3   Sign Enrollment Contract & Make Full Payment
        Sign contract and make payment (bank wire or credit card) within 10 days

    4
        Video Interview with WA Global Network Staff Member
        A 15-minute WeChat video interview
                                                                                         Admission Requirements                                 Benjamin Euler
                                                                                                                                                 SEI Director
                                                                                         Ages: 11-18
                                                                                                                                         Groups & Partnership Inquiries
    5 Schedule    Visa Appointment
      Obtain your B-2 Visitor Visa
                                                                                         Admission Requirements:
                                                                                           • Studied English for a minimum of 3 years
                                                                                           • Supportive parents & obedient
    6   Buy Flights and Submit Travel Information
        by May 31, 2019                                                                    • Respectful student
                                                                                           • Online application at waglobalnetwork.org
                                                                                           • Interview through WeChat OR in-person
                                                                                             interview

                                            Learn more and apply online at waglobalnetwork.org

                                                                                                                                         Apply Online from Your Phone!

    Contact Information
                           USA                                              China
                James Brannon                                                Lily Li
            Director of Recruitment                                China Recruiting Consultant
            Phone: 1-630-300-5218                                    Phone: 181-5007-5753
        Email: mail@waglobalnetwork.org                            Email: 2812906593@qq.com
               WeChat: WAnetUSA                                    WeChat: WAnet_South_China                              waglobalnetwork.org
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